Fishing in Idaho
Fishing
For anglers, Idaho is truly a land of opportunity and variety. From alpine valleys to lowland deserts, a dazzling array of waters await discovery; 26,000 miles of streams and rivers, more than 3,000 natural lakes, and a quarter-million acres of ponds and reservoirs. Inhabiting those waters are 42 game fish species, from giant white sturgeon to wild trout, catfish to kokanee, and smallmouth bass to salmon and steelhead.
Most Idaho waters have year-round fishing seasons. However, many rivers and streams and some lakes have special rules and seasons. Pick up a fishing rules book, which outlines season dates, special regulations and bag limits, at all Idaho Fish and Game offices and most sporting goods stores statewide.
To fish in Idaho you need:
- A fishing license.
- Rules and regulations.
- Proper gear.
- A place to go.
News
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Steelhead Fishing Update for the Clearwater River
Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 5:01 PM MST
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The next state record perch is swimming in Lake Cascade
Wednesday, December 21, 2016 - 12:09 PM MST
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Henrys Lake offers ice fishing for trophy trout
Tuesday, December 20, 2016 - 2:39 PM MST
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Big Fish Donated to Idaho Anglers in Southern Idaho
Monday, December 19, 2016 - 9:43 AM MST
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Ice fishing: Idaho’s coolest angling opportunity
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 - 11:21 AM MST
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Keeping fish out of fields
Monday, December 12, 2016 - 11:05 AM MST
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Wilson Springs - It's Getting Deep(er)!
Wednesday, December 7, 2016 - 8:11 AM MST
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Fishing Planner
The Fishing Planner is an advanced tool to explore fishing opportunities in Idaho